In 2026, the Offender Database reported that Ross Jameson, then 43, of Newington, Edinburgh, Midlothian, was convicted of a series of offences against children. On Tuesday, 10 February 2026, Jameson appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court from custody, where he pleaded guilty to eight charges on indictment involving sexual contact and the exploitation of minors.
The investigation established that between March 2023 and April 2025, Jameson targeted eight victims aged between seven and 13 years old. Using the name “Shannon,” he contacted children online and requested that they record themselves engaging in sexual acts, including conduct with animals and urinating in public. The prosecution stated that Jameson, an IT consultant, offered to buy the children alcohol and nicotine in exchange for the footage and sent pornographic material to the youngsters during their interactions.
Judicial Findings and Investigative Detail
The court reported that relatives of the victims were present during the hearing and shouted “scumbag” and “scum” as the defendant was led away. Sheriff Matthew Jackson KC noted that Jameson should have no illusions that he faces a lengthy prison sentence. The prosecution stated that a written narration of the offences is being prepared for the next hearing, and a risk assessment will be conducted to determine the danger the defendant poses to the public.
The judge noted that Jameson is a repeat offender, having been jailed for 18 months in 2017 at Dundee Sheriff Court for similar activity. In that previous case, he used a fake identity to lure girls into explicit chats and was found with a collection of indecent images featuring toddlers and animals. For his actions in Edinburgh, Midlothian, the court determined that the defendant will remain in custody pending his sentencing next month.
Convictions and Statutory Requirements
For his crimes in Scotland, Ross Jameson was convicted of:
- Sexual Contact: Eight charges on indictment relating to making sexual contact with children.
- Grooming: Using a false identity to incite children to produce indecent footage.
- Indecent Images: Sending pornographic material to minors.
- Status: Remanded in custody pending reports.
Monitoring and Public Protection
Jameson is managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) by Police Scotland and the prison estate. Due to the nature of the online targeting of children as young as seven in Edinburgh, Midlothian, his management is subject to oversight by the Public Protection Unit.
As a previous member of the Sex Offenders Register, Jameson was already subject to notification requirements at the time of these offences. Authorities in Edinburgh and Midlothian state that his history as an IT consultant gave him the technical knowledge to commit these crimes. Any future release will involve strict monitoring of his internet access. Following his upcoming sentencing at Edinburgh Sheriff Court, he will be subject to further registration and post-release supervision.
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